Cocoa powder, not sweetened

CPC v2.1 Code: 23630

About cocoa powder, not sweetened

cpc code 23630 covers the production of unsweetened cocoa powder, a vital ingredient in the confectionery, baking, and beverage industries. As a key component of chocolate and a wide range of other food products, the global demand for high-quality cocoa powder has steadily increased, reflecting its importance in the broader food and beverage economy.

Production process

Unsweetened cocoa powder is produced by roasting and grinding cocoa beans, the dried and fermented seeds of the 23620 Cocoa beans, whole or broken, raw or roasted plant. The roasted beans are then processed through a series of steps, including winnowing to remove the shells, grinding to produce cocoa liquor, and finally, pressing to extract the cocoa butter and leave behind the dry, powdery cocoa solids.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the production of unsweetened cocoa powder include 23620 Cocoa beans, whole or broken, raw or roasted, as well as specialized machinery for roasting, winnowing, and grinding the beans. Energy sources, such as electricity or natural gas, are also essential for the various processing steps.

Production outputs

The main output of cpc code 23630 is unsweetened cocoa powder, which is then used as an ingredient in a wide range of food products, including 23810 Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa, 23820 Cocoa butter, fat, and oil, and 23840 Cocoa shells, husks, skins, and other cocoa waste.

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